Norwegians in the Civil War
HOGENSON, Gilbert
IA 6th Cav Co D. Residence: Decorah, Winneshiek County, Iowa. Born in Norway. Civil War: Age 32. Enlisted 17 Oct 1862 as Farrier (One who tends to or shoes horses). Mustered 17 Oct 1862. Private. Mustered out 17 Oct 1865, Sioux City, Iowa. Sources: (ISW-IV p1174)